Weather in May in Poland
Planning a getaway to Poland this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Poland in May?
May in Poland generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
Temperatures
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from mild in Chałupy at 14°C to pleasant in Baranów Sandomierski at 21°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C in Baranów Sandomierski and 9°C in Chałupy.For a closer look at conditions across Poland, refer to the map below.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Jastrzębia Góra with an average of 51 mm to high rainfall in Nowy Targ with 143 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 182 hours of sunlight anticipated in Kraków. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.For more details on the yearly climate, visit our Poland climate page.
Where to go in Poland in May
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Poland?
Kraków
In May Kraków generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Gdańsk
In May Gdańsk generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Warsaw
In May Warsaw generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Zakopane
In May Zakopane generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Sopot
In May Sopot generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Poland?
We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Poland with overall perfect weather in Kraków. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
Generally speaking, May, June, August and September provide perfect weather in Kraków. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.
Interested in more climate information?
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